Guide to showing oranda goldfish: judging criteria, pre-show conditioning, wen and body proportion targets, and competition preparation.
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Guide to showing oranda goldfish: judging criteria, pre-show conditioning, wen and body proportion targets, and competition preparation.
Goldfish competitions are a Japanese cultural tradition, and Oranda is among the most popular show varieties. Understanding judging criteria and finishing techniques is essential for competitors.
Body shape (30%): Symmetrical, gentle arch. Wen (25%): Uniform development, fine texture. Tail fins (25%): Symmetrical four-tail, spread and tension. Color (15%): Vivid, clear boundaries. Swimming (5%): Stable, active.
Two weeks before: Increase water changes to daily 30%. One week: Focus on color-enhancing foods. Three days: Reduce feeding for a streamlined appearance. Day before: Water change for clean mucus coat. Show day: Transport quietly.
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